The Golden-Eyed Life of a Security Guard

When Shen Ling opened the brocade box, her grandmother, who was watching beside her, exclaimed in surprise, "This isn't the one you had before, Shen Ling..."

Gu Yuebai quickly exclaimed, "Mom, Song Lan bought this for you at Xinduhui Shopping Mall for a million yuan. You'll definitely like it."

His implication was that this was not the same one as before, which indirectly prevented his grandmother from giving herself away.

Shen Ling examined the bracelet closely and found that its transparency, graininess, and green color were very similar to the previous bracelet. However, it was obvious that this bracelet lacked the luster that comes with long-term wear.

"This bracelet is so expensive, Auntie can't accept it. Lanlan, thank you for your kind gesture."

Although Shen Ling liked it very much, she also had her own bottom line.

Song Lan was surprised. She could tell that Shen Ling really liked it, otherwise she wouldn't have kept stroking the bracelet.

Gu Yuebai suddenly realized that he understood his mother. He had only considered what Shen Ling liked, but forgot his mother's principles.

She's no ordinary woman; she can't take her eyes off anything that looks good.

They have clear preferences but never compromise their principles. They are passionate about what they love, but they value even more the sentiment and belonging that the objects embody.

Her love for the jade bracelet is genuine, but she values ​​even more the special significance of the bracelet as a "token of her future daughter-in-law." She won't let her simple obsession with the object cause her to overlook the people and feelings associated with it. She is clear about what is important and has her own principles for handling things.

"Mom, this is a gift that Song Lan carefully selected. Why don't you keep it for now?"

"Yes, Auntie. I spent a long time choosing this bracelet. If you don't want it, wouldn't that be letting me down? Besides, these kinds of high-end items can't be returned once they're bought."

Hearing Song Lan say that she couldn't back out, Shen Ling felt a little relieved.

At this moment, Gu Shengming spoke up: "Since it's Lanlan's gift, you can accept it for now."

Hearing her father-in-law say that, Shen Ling put the bracelet back into the brocade box before saying, "Alright, I'll take it first. Lanlan, thank you."

Only after receiving more gifts did Song Lan breathe a sigh of relief. She then took out the clothes she had bought: "Grandpa and Grandma, I also bought you some clothes, for spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Especially the winter clothes, which are perfect for you and keep you warm."

Gu Yuebai helped by handing out the clothes to them one by one.

Shen Ling touched the clothes and looked at the brand, knowing that these things were not cheap.

She was extremely satisfied with her future daughter-in-law, but also felt uneasy because she thought her clothes were too expensive.

That evening, when Shen Ling was making the bed for Gu Yuebai, Gu Yuebai stayed by her side.

Shen Ling shared her thoughts with her son: "Son, your girlfriend only runs a clinic, yet the gifts she buys are all so expensive. Isn't that a bit too extravagant?"

Shen Ling has experienced hardship, from the luxurious life of a wealthy wife to becoming a low-level worker. She understands even more how hard-won her current affluent life is.

Gu Yuebai held her mother's arm and comforted her, "Song Lan comes from a wealthy family, she has money. Whether it's expensive or not, it's her good intention. Don't take it too seriously or worry too much. You know her family's clinic sells a single health-preserving pill for three thousand yuan. You can imagine how much money she makes."

Because of differences in cognition and perspective, the rich and ordinary people have different concepts of money.

For most people, money is the foundation of life, the means to make a living.

For wealthy people, money is seen as a tool for making money, for social interactions, and for the exchange of benefits.

Shen Ling understood what Gu Yuebai meant, so she didn't say anything more.

After making Gu Yuebai's bed, she said, "This is the first time the new girl has come to our house, so you and Lanlan will sleep separately tonight."

"Oh. Is there such a rule?"

"You silly boy, if you don't understand, don't ask. Go to sleep." Shen Ling said with a laugh.

Then, Shen Ling went to the room on the west side, where Song Lan was on the phone with Mr. Liu, the owner of the store next to Yuncheng Medical Clinic.

The two are discussing the details.

Seeing Shen Ling and Gu Yuebai arrive, "President Liu, let's leave it at that for now. We can discuss the specific details of the contract when I return, okay?"

"Okay, that's all for now. Goodbye."

Shen Ling entered the room, and Gu Yuebai, carrying a quilt, helped Song Lan and her son make the bed.

"Auntie, let me do it. Yuebai and I can handle this."

Shen Ling glanced at her son, put down the blanket, and said gently, "Alright, Lanlan, you can sleep here tonight. The conditions aren't great, so please bear with it."

Song Lan nodded slightly.

After Shen Ling left, Song Lan complained, "Yuebai, there are so many mosquitoes! Look, my arms and thighs are covered in bites."

"Apply some medicated oil or floral water to repel insects," Gu Yuebai said tenderly, stroking her arm. "Conditions in the countryside are indeed a bit poor. Just bear with it; we'll go back in two or three days at most."

"We'll have to stay for another two or three days?" Song Lan asked in surprise.

She wasn't disgusted; she just felt she couldn't adapt.

"Tomorrow, I'll go and fumigate the toilet properly; there will definitely be fewer mosquitoes."

"Speaking of toilets, why are all the toilets in my house like this... just squatting by yourself? There's no separate men's and women's toilet. What if someone walks in... it's so embarrassing."

Song Lan said with disdain.

"Here's what we'll do: next time you go to the bathroom, call me along, hehe, I'll keep watch for you." Gu Yuebai grinned lewdly.

"Get lost, you bad guy." Song Lan said shyly.

After the two made the bed, Gu Yuebai lay down on it.

Song Lan saw through Gu Yuebai's little scheme, but she deliberately asked, "Didn't Auntie say we should sleep separately? Why are you still lying here? Hurry up and leave."

She gently pushed Gu Yuebai, but her half-hearted resistance made Gu Yuebai grab her waist and pull her into his arms.

His face sniffed haphazardly across her hair. "How could I leave you here all alone?"

"You big pervert, you clearly didn't want to leave..."

Gu Yuebai instantly captured Song Lan's slightly cool lips, his hands boldly climbing to the top.

Song Lan quickly succumbed to temptation. In her confusion and infatuation, she had completely forgotten about whether Gu Yuebai would leave or not.

"It's getting dark, past nine o'clock. Let's go back to sleep."

Shen Ling waited for a long time in Gu Yuebai's room, but when he didn't come back, she came over and knocked on the door.

Both of them were in a state of high excitement when their mother tricked them, leaving Gu Yuebai extremely frustrated.

The two touched forehead to forehead, Song Lan cupped Gu Yuebai's face, smiling sweetly.

"Serves you right, you big pervert, I'll make you furious."

Gu Yuebai pretended to be limp and got out of bed. He walked listlessly to the door, saw Shen Ling glaring at him, and slunk back to his room.

Shen Lingchong said to Song Lan, "Lanlan, go to sleep early, lest some wolves come out and play in the middle of the night."

Song Lan covered her head with the blanket, too ashamed to show her face...